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How To Make Malaysian Penang Assam Laksa Tangy Noodle Soup

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By: "Aashay Edwin Maghi" (CPT)

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What Makes Penang  Assam Laksa So Special? 

Penang Assam Laksa is a bold, tangy noodle soup made with mackerel, tamarind, herbs, and thick rice noodles. It’s spicy, sour, aromatic. And a true taste of Malaysian street food.

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Key Ingredients You  Need to Make Assam Laksa 

You’ll need mackerel (fresh or canned), tamarind paste, torch ginger flower, lemongrass, chili, galangal, shallots, shrimp paste (belacan), and thick rice noodles. Fresh herbs and cucumber slices are for garnish.

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Prepare the Tangy  Tamarind-Based Soup 

Simmer mackerel in water until cooked. Remove the fish, debone it, and keep the broth. Add tamarind paste, lemongrass, galangal, and belacan to build the soup’s sour-spicy base.

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Blend the Flavor  Base for a Rich Broth 

Blend chilies, shallots, turmeric, and shrimp paste into a thick spice paste. Sauté until fragrant, then add to the simmering broth for a deep, complex layer of flavor.

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Shred the Fish and  Return to the Soup 

Flake the cooked mackerel into small pieces and return it to the broth. Let it simmer gently to absorb all the spices and enhance the soup’s savory richness.

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Cook the Rice Noodles Until Tender 

Boil thick rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. These springy noodles soak up the soup beautifully and give Assam Laksa its iconic texture.

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Slice Fresh Toppings for Texture and Aroma 

Julienne cucumber, onions, and pineapple. Chop fresh mint, torch ginger flower, and Vietnamese coriander (daun kesum). These fresh garnishes give Assam Laksa a bright, refreshing finish.

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Assemble the Bowl  With Love and Layers 

Place noodles in a bowl, ladle hot soup over, then top with shredded fish, fresh herbs, sliced vegetables, and a spoonful of spicy shrimp paste if desired.

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The Signature Flavor:  Spicy, Sour, and Soulful 

Assam Laksa delivers an unforgettable mix of tangy tamarind, savory fish, spicy chili, and herbal freshness. It’s hearty, deeply satisfying, and wakes up your taste buds.

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A Malaysian Street Food You Can Master at Home 

With the right ingredients and a bit of care, you can bring this iconic Malaysian dish to your kitchen. Perfect for spicy food lovers seeking bold, authentic flavor.

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